Managers play a fundamental role in an international mobility project, whether they are supporting the employees in their re-location project or welcoming newcomers in a new country. Managers must offer them support and understanding to make their re-location project a success.

Posted workers, expat or local contract, VIE, employment at will, commuters… The terms related to working abroad are numerous and sometimes difficult to understand. The various forms of working abroad have well-defined characteristics that are important to be familiar with before setting up an international mobility project.

When thinking about moving abroad to work, preparing for your departure means undertaking basic and essential planning, such as visa applications, housing research, family mobility, etc. However, many people have a pet, a loyal companion for many years that you won’t want to leave behind, so the question is, how do you take your pet abroad?

Choosing to move abroad is as much an important decision in your personal life as in your professional one. If you live alone, deciding to go and work in another country is no more than a personal commitment. If you live with a partner or have a family, it’s a different matter altogether.

For anyone who has just moved to another country, acclimatising can sometimes be difficult. However, pursuing extracurricular activities is an excellent way to instigate meetings and promote integration into the new country.

After months preparing for a move abroad, it’s finally time to leave. Everything is in place for a new life in a new country. However, sometimes things don’t go quite as expected. Unforeseen events may arise. It’s important to deal with hurdles if you want a successful move abroad.

Since health care systems differ from one country to another, you should always take this into account long before you move abroad. A future expatriate should find out everything about the health cover they can expect in a country which isn't their own before they think about moving.

The search for housing is not the simplest step in an international mobility project. Once in a host country, it is imperative to quickly find a place to get used to the new way of life. However, housing, whether furnished or unfurnished, does not remain vacant for long. Responsiveness is therefore important. Many documents and warranties are often required and rentals only begin once the lease is signed. Nevertheless, there are tips for obtaining housing smoothly and especially on avoiding certain pitfalls.

The holiday season is an important time in most companies. Employers and employees meet in a friendly atmosphere to celebrate the end of the year. However, there are many other festivals throughout the world that are linked to various customs and traditions, which are also opportunities to share a convivial time with work colleagues.

In the digital age, it’s important for job seekers to protect their privacy on the internet, even though it’s not easy to do. Indeed, social networks and search engines record a large amount of information about individuals, information that is not always intended to be made public and even less so to a potential employer. When searching for a job, it’s therefore important to check beforehand that the private data available on the internet will not hinder a potential application and that your various social network accounts are correctly set.

Companies are now searching for the best profiles. They want to recruit the candidate who will be able to take on the tasks entrusted to them in their new position.
But where and how to recruit this rare talent in a tight and highly competitive market?

With international mobility on the increase, companies are recruiting more international staff. Such cultural diversity within a business represents a significant boon. However, managing a team of people from all corners of the world can sometimes prove a challenge. It is the manager's job to draw out the benefits of this cultural wealth and ensure the expertise and cultures of each individual are valued. Intercultural management is undoubtedly a major business issue.

When looking for a job, the interview is probably the most difficult. The candidates selected by the recruiter are in competition with each other as only one position is available. It is therefore essential to stand out from the crowd!

On September 25th 2017, the annual meeting of the leaders of the 2016-2017 promotion of the French Tech Pass winners was held at the Hôtel de Matignon in Paris. The Secretary of State to the French Prime Minister for the Digital Economy, Mounir MAHJOUBI, awarded Cooptalis the official diploma of winner of the 2016-2017 promotion of the French Tech Pass. Edouard PHILIPPE, Prime Minister, was also present at the ceremony.
Interview with Olivier DESURMONT, President of Cooptalis.

Moving to another country for work is a complex process. When away from home, you need to find your bearings in order to integrate into your new country. Even if expats manage to adapt to the habits and customs of their new country, they sometimes have trouble adjusting to a foreign corporate culture. A positive, curious and open attitude is the key to successful integration and global mobility.

To keep up with the acceleration of the digital revolution, digital companies are always looking for new candidates. They don’t hesitate to recruit abroad to find the best talent. In the world of computer programming, language barriers are no longer so important thanks to universal coding and global mobility is becoming much easier.
Rija E.R., an IT Architect from Madagascar, has moved to France to work for a French company. Here is his story.

Whilst moving abroad is a great adventure both professionally and personally, returning to your home country can sometimes be difficult. Managing the bureaucracy and job search as well as readjusting to the lifestyle and customs of your country can all be challenging steps.

When it comes to moving to another country, it is vital that a person's skills and expertise are recognised in that country. A degree equivalency is a document that determines the value of studies pursued abroad. It is often vital when it comes to a worker's education being officially recognised in another country in order to afford them the same chances of being hired as a native worker.

Global mobility always requires expatriation, whether for a long or short period of time but it can be a rewarding experience if you engage with this new life, in order to reduce the period of adjustment and ensure seamless integration.

Companies must now face the economic reality of the talent shortage, caused by the lack of available candidates as well as the increasing rarity of specific qualifications. To combat the shortage of workers, some companies are turning to international mobility as a solution to recruitment problems.

There are plenty of candidates in the medical field offering their skills to hospitals, clinics and surgeries outside their home country with a view to enhancing their professional career. Today qualifications are more comparable than ever, which facilitates international moves. Here, Greek dentist Maria K. explains just how successful her relocation to France has been.

There are certain steps involved in a successful move abroad.
From wanting to work beyond your own country’s borders to integrating into a new home country, here is some advice which could prove useful when making an international move. Being well prepared is key.

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